Anglesea’s feel-good ultra is back for its 14th year, with runners embarking on a course of breathtaking scenery.
The Surf Coast Century will return on Saturday, September 13, with 1500 competitors attempting 100km or 50km as individual runners, or tackling 100km as a relay team of two, three or four.
Rapid Ascent general manager Sam Maffett said the ultra-marathon was “a true bucket-list event for runners” because of its course, camaraderie, and support, which will start and finish in Anglesea.
“The courses’ backdrop is in such a beautiful part of Australia, and it really does add to the runners’ overall experience out there,” he said.
“We’re encouraging our local community to be part of the feel-good ultra by cheering from the start line or along the many accessible places on course.
“It’s the community spirit that creates an unforgettable atmosphere along the Surf Coast as every clap, cheer, and cowbell ring makes a huge difference to those out there on the trails.”
This year’s ultra will offer improved features like an enhanced athlete recovery zone, a new start procedure to alleviate congestion, well-stocked check points, and amplified recognition for first-time runners, such as the finish-line gong.
Competitors will tackle a figure-8 course from Anglesea to Torquay along the beach for the 100km event, with participants tackling the 50km doing the first half of the 100km course.
A cash prize of $2000 is also on offer for the first and fastest team to break the seven-hour relay team course record, which was close to being broken in 2023 by team ‘Weapons A’ that finished just 46 seconds over the mark.
Visit SurfCoastCentury.com.au for more event information.
